Key Events (10)
Trump sparked debate by discussing the possibility of a third presidential term, suggesting he could potentially run again despite the 22nd Amendment limiting presidents to two terms. Republican leaders in Congress downplayed the remarks, with Senator Lindsey Graham stating to 'ask me in 27,' while some Democrats expressed alarm and others dismissed the comments.
Trump announced he has settled on a reciprocal tariff plan set to take effect on Wednesday (April 2), though he did not reveal specific details. Markets braced for a potential trade war, with critics warning the strategy could trigger a chain reaction of retaliatory measures and global economic disruption.
A poll found Trump's trade policy is unpopular with Americans, while Senate Republicans began considering joining Democrats to oppose the tariff plans. Goldman Sachs estimated the global cost of the trade war could reach $1.4 trillion.
The White House fired a career prosecutor in a move that observers said pulled the Justice Department under closer executive control. The firing represents continued efforts by the administration to consolidate power over the department.
Trump signed an executive order to crack down on ticket scalpers, joining musician Kid Rock in promoting what he called 'commonsense reforms' to address soaring resale prices for event tickets.
Trump expressed frustration with Putin over Ukraine war negotiations, indicating limited progress in ceasefire talks. Russia subsequently stated it could not accept the US peace plan for Ukraine 'in its current form,' highlighting disagreements in negotiations.
The Trump administration began reviewing $9 billion in Harvard funding over antisemitism claims and paused dozens of federal grants to Princeton. The administration accused universities of failing to protect students and not doing enough to combat antisemitism.
Trump approved Britain's handover of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, effectively signing off on the UK's cession of its last African colony after months of uncertainty about the deal.
Thousands of workers at the Health and Human Services agency were laid off as part of an overhaul led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., with plans for up to 10,000 total job cuts. The administration also announced the Trump administration cut tens of millions of dollars from Planned Parenthood.
Senator Cory Booker set a record for the longest Senate speech, delivering remarks beginning Monday night that condemned the Trump administration and warned of what he called a 'grave and urgent' danger posed by the current administration.
Executive Orders (1)
Trump signed an executive order to crack down on ticket scalpers and implement commonsense reforms to address soaring resale prices for entertainment and sporting event tickets.